‘2014 Forest Hills Drive’ Anniversary Concert Announced by J. Cole
J. Cole is set to commemorate the remarkable 10th anniversary of his iconic album 2014 Forest Hills Drive with an unforgettable, exclusive concert on December 16 at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. This one-night-only event promises to be a celebration of his artistic journey and a must-see for fans.
The highly anticipated announcement came from the 39-year-old rap sensation on Friday, November 29, marking a full decade since the impactful release of his third studio album. Fans eager to attend can take advantage of presales organized by Live Nation, which will commence on Monday, December 2, with general ticket sales opening to the public on December 4.
In addition to the monumental anniversary concert, J. Cole has exciting news for his fans regarding special edition releases. He has announced that 2014 Forest Hills Drive will be available for pre-order in exclusive vinyl and CD formats. These special anniversary editions will not only celebrate the album’s legacy but will also include four brand new bonus tracks and unique alternate cover art, making them a collector’s dream.
Originally released in December 2014 under Roc Nation and Columbia Records, 2014 Forest Hills Drive made a spectacular debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying J. Cole’s status as a leading artist in the industry. This album, reflecting on his life experiences, was named after the address of his childhood home in North Carolina, where he lived until 2003. It gained critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming his first million-selling project in the U.S. and spawning five hit singles on the Hot Rap Songs chart, including fan favorites like “Apparently,” “Wet Dreamz,” “No Role Modelz,” “Fire Squad,” and “A Tale of 2 Citiez.”
The announcement of this highly anticipated concert comes shortly after J. Cole’s classic mixtape Friday Night Lights was made available on streaming platforms for the first time since its initial release in 2010. Additionally, J. Cole recently gave fans a sneak peek of two unreleased tracks featuring Kendrick Lamar, titled “Shock the World” and “Temptation,” during episode four of his Inevitable podcast. These tracks were recorded back in 2010, a time when both artists were contemplating the possibility of a collaborative album.
In other exciting developments, J. Cole hinted at the upcoming fifth anniversary celebration of Dreamville Fest, slated for 2025. Presale tickets for this highly anticipated event will go on sale on December 11 at 9 a.m. ET, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of his music and the Dreamville label.
For all the latest updates and more details about J. Cole’s 2014 Forest Hills Drive anniversary concert, be sure to check out his announcement on Instagram below.